Description
| “ | The G43 is a hard-hitting semi-automatic rifle with a 10 round magazine for fast and easy reloads. | ” |
| ― Heroes & Generals | ||
History
The Gewehr 43 (or G43) is a semi-automatic rifle manufactured by Walther GmbH from 1943 to 1945, meant to replace the inefficient, jam-prone Gewehr 41. When German soldiers invaded the Soviet Union, they were met with stiff resistance by Soviet soldiers wielding Tokarev SVT38 and SVT40 semi-automatic battle rifles. Walther GmbH, the manufacturer of G41 semi-automatic rifles, reverse-engineered the simple gas-operated mechanism of the Tokarev rifles and incorporated their superior design into the G43. The design and construction materials of the weapon were also streamlined, making mass production faster and cheaper. Production of the Gewehr 43 began in Oct 1943, and in 1944, the design was renamed Karabiner 43 (or K43). Between 1943 and 1945, approximately 403,000 were built; 53,435 of the most accurate selections were configured as sniper rifles, sporting factory-fitted ZF43 4x magnification optics. Immediately following World War II, these scoped K43s remained in service with the Czechoslovakian army for several years.[1]
Gameplay
Gewehr 43 is flexible weapon giving fair chances at any range under 150m (if you're a good shot). It's accurate, deals good damage with a decent rate of fire but lacks in stability, range and it's sights can't be adjusted. It compensates its low fire rate compared to SMGs with higher damage and shoots faster than bolt action rifles. It requires a tactical approach when facing more specialized opponents but it's highly rewarding due to having everything in one piece. Starting weapon of German infantry.
Camouflage
| Factory | Dark Walnut | Beech | Pepper Wood | Carbon Black | Autumn Oakleaf | Dunkelgrau | Gott Mit Uns | Unavailable | European Bog Oak | War-Torn | Laminate Stock |
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| Price (Credits) | 79,000  |
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Ammunition
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| COST PER SHOT | 0.17
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| FIELD MAINTENANCE LOAD | 0:00s | ||
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COST | 3,200
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| COST PER SHOT | 6.4
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| FIELD MAINTENANCE LOAD | 0:15s | ||
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Specialist Ribbon
| Weapon Required: | Gewehr 43 | |||||||||||
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| Using the Gewehr 43 rifle in battle will earn you points on this ribbon. More points are awarded for hitting or killing enemy soldiers. The highest award is given for headshots. | ||||||||||||
| Rank | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
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| Using the Gewehr 43 rifle in battle will earn you points on this ribbon. More points are awarded for hitting or killing enemy soldiers. The highest award is given for headshots. | ||||||||||||
| Rank | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
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| Using the Gewehr 43 rifle in battle will earn you points on this ribbon. More points are awarded for hitting or killing enemy soldiers. The highest award is given for headshots. | ||||||||||||
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Modifications
Until you get access to the Scout II-s Barrel, which greatly increases damage, you will need to keep upgrading your ammo as you level the Gewehr 43 Specialist Ribbon, as any upgraded ammunition will make the weapon a two hit kill. After upgrading to the Scout II-s Barrel, however, even the default ammunition will be a two hit kill. See Weapon Modifications.
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| Field Maintenance Load | s |
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| Near Range | m |
| Far Range | m |
| Velocity | m/s |
| Conefire | ° |
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| Rate of Fire | RPM |
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| Part | Modification |
| Ammunition | Anschusspatrone s.S. |
| Trigger | Field Trigger Job |
| Barrel | Scout II-s |
| Internal | Lightened Spring |
| Sight | ZF-4 |
| Other Equipment | None |
| Recommended Badge | None |
| Description | |
| This build mods the Gewehr 43 to be a two hit kill. With the ZF-4 scope attached, the Gewehr 43 become a truly versatile weapon, with both long range and close quarters capabilities. | |
Comments:
- Please Note: The Heavy Spring can be added for an increase in stability, but a decrease in rate of fire.
Pros:
- Very Accurate
- High Damage (Two Hit Kill)
- Decent Rate of Fire
- Decent Range
Cons:
- Expensive
- Requires Gewehr 43 Specialist Ribbon to be Rank 12
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| Field Maintenance Load | s |
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| Near Range | m |
| Far Range | m |
| Velocity | m/s |
| Conefire | ° |
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| Rate of Fire | RPM |
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| Part | Modification |
| Ammunition | Anschusspatrone s.S. |
| Trigger | None |
| Barrel | Scout II-s |
| Internal | Heavy Spring |
| Sight | None |
| Other Equipment | None |
| Recommended Badge | None |
| Description | |
| This build mods the Gewehr 43 to be a two hit kill, while maintaining stability. | |
Pros:
- Stable
- High Damage (Two Hit-Kill)
Cons:
- Slight Low Rate of Fire
Gallery
- Gewehr 43
References
- ↑ http://ww2db.com/weapon.php?q=S7
- ↑ Bauer Brings Store Bundles heroesandgenerals.com
- ↑ Event reward for: https://heroesandgenerals.com/2019/05/battle-of-dunkirk-rifle-update-wartorn-skins/ https://heroesandgenerals.com/2020/05/liberation-of-europe-event-winners/
- ↑ Purchasable during https://heroesandgenerals.com/2021/10/giveaway-5-year-anniversary-celebration/
